Matt shares a personal story about being ready to go to the grave with the secrets of his porn addiction. He shares 6 hacks to telling the truth even when it's difficult.

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Katie shares her story of betrayal and shares her hope to help other women who are struggling. She talks about a realistic timeline for betrayal trauma and porn recovery. Setting expectations and a timeline for your experience can make it harder, so she shares some advice on what kind of expectations to set. Check out her new course here. Not only will this course give you practical tools to heal, but you will feel seen, heard, and understood by someone who has been where you are. Use the code UPINOUT30 for 30% off the course!

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Kevin shares his story of finding recovery after spending years away from the church. Kevin prays for God to intervene and take him out of his addiction, and he sees miracles as God answers his prayers. Through many different miracles and obstacles, Kevin finds recovery and becomes a facilitator in the Church's ARP program.

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Becky shares her story of supporting her husband in his addiction. After years of challenges, her husband tells her he wants a divorce. She relies on the Savior to help her get through it. 

Russ and Angie share their story of dealing with Russ's addiction. Early in their marriage Russ goes through several deployments and emotional affairs. Later, Angie catches Russ on a date with another woman. Eventually, Russ is arrested and spends time in jail. After many miracles, Russ and Angie are able to find healing in their marriage. 

Matt shares his thoughts on making a gameplan to avoid difficult situations and to get into recovery. 

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Danielle shares her experience of being a support person to her husband and finding peace from Heavenly Father. 

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Matt shares his thoughts on how to complete Step 4. He also shares a powerful letter that he wrote to himself that helped him overcome temptation in difficult situations.

Sarah shares her experience with supporting her husband as well as supporting other women. 

Matt and Katie answer questions from their listeners. If you would like to ask an anonymous question, click here: https://forms.gle/R1oiZB3RQokCWaex6 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Jace tells his story of addiction recovery, being a sponsor and a facilitator. With over four years of sobriety, Jace offers insights on finding true recovery, maintaining sobriety, and working with a sponsor.  In our next episode we will do a Q&A session. If you would like to ask an anonymous question, click here: https://forms.gle/R1oiZB3RQokCWaex6 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Dr. Leavitt is an expert on the topic of healthy sexuality in marriage. In this episode she shares her knowledge about communication, mindfulness, and intimacy. Check out her podcast called The Sexual Mindfulness Project.  12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

In this episode Matt discusses shame and shares personal experiences of dealing with it throughout his recovery. He compares and contrasts shame and guilt and gives a framework for exiting shame. His framework includes accepting yourself, connecting with others, and recognizing how shame shows itself in your life. 

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Kemper shares his story and talks about the power that meetings can have in helping you connect with others and finding ideas for your recovery.  12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Savannah shares her story about being a support person for her husband and explains how setting boundaries has helped her in her own healing process.  12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Jackson shares his story and discusses the idea that true recovery comes from making it through the difficult days. 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Matt and Katie share their experience of attending a 12 Step Meeting/Support Meeting for their first time. They also discuss what to expect at both of the meetings.  12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Joan shares her inspirational story about her journey as a support person and how she put her faith and trust in the Lord.  12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Carson shares his testimony of how the Book of Mormon helped him find his first period of sobriety. He also discusses how to get to your first meeting and ways to tell someone about your addiction.  12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Belle shares her incredible story of supporting her husband and overcoming many obstacles — including postponing her wedding. 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Jackson discusses how becoming self aware is a key to true recovery. 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Katie shares her story of finding out about Matt’s addiction and what she has learned along the way. 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Matt shares his journey of dealing with pornography addiction and finding recovery. 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Matt outlines his framework for quitting porn from beginning to end. He discusses six phases, provides insights into each one, and gives tools to help people from any stage recover from porn use.

Matt and Katie share their story of dealing with addiction and finding healing in their marriage. 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meetings can be found here: https://addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org/ Contact us at: sobrietypodcast@gmail.com

Matt introduces the Upward Inward Outward Podcast and talks about what we've been up to.

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Mary shares her story of how she has supported her husband during their marriage. She talks about what she has learned about self care and how communicate with her husband after a relapse. She shares her testimony of the Book of Mormon and of God's love for His children. 

Matt shares about his recent car accident and how he saw God's hand in that experience. He also discusses personal revelation from the second maintenance step and how he has applied that in his recovery. 

Matt and Katie share the story of when Matt relapsed while they were on family vacation. Knowing your triggers beforehand can prevent a relapse and help you understand why you were vulnerable. 

Matt discusses Step 10, the first of the maintenance steps. He connects daily inventory and accountability to the story of Ernest Shackleton and his crew as outlined in the book "Endurance". 

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Abby shares lessons she's learned as she has supported her husband through his addiction. She talks about letting go of control and honoring yourself during the healing process. 

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